White Hall, AR to Bentonville, AR is 248.7 miles and takes about 4h 20m via US 65 and I 49, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Northwest. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. Given the relatively short duration, it’s a good option if you’re looking for a direct way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
124.4 miles from White Hall, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 65
141 mi
2h 22m
I 49
65.6 mi
1h 8m
I 530
31.6 mi
31m
I 30
4.2 mi
5m
Dollarway Road
1.4 mi
2m
Southeast 14th Street
1.1 mi
2m
Southeast J Street
1 mi
2m
East Central Avenue
0.7 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 65
— 141 mi, about 2h 22m
Traffic on I-530
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~881 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,083
Quietest
2 AM
~65 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 15 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Hall, AR and Bentonville, AR.
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Start on AR 365
1.4 mi·2 min·Dollarway Road
2
Turn left onto AR 256
0.6 mi·1 min·West Hoadley Road
3
Continue on AR 256
0.6 mi·1 min·West Holland Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
5
Merge onto I 530; US 65
32 mi·31 min·I 530; US 65
6
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi·5 min·I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
0.3 mi·35 sec·US 65
Exit 143AToward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
141 mi·2 hr 22 min·US 65
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
10
Continue on I 49
46 mi·47 min·I 49
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
19 mi·20 min·I 49; US 62; US 71
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 62; AR 12
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
13
Turn left onto AR 12; US 62
1.1 mi·2 min·Southeast 14th Street
14
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
1.0 mi·2 min·Southeast J Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto East Central Avenue
0.7 mi·2 min·East Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto North Main Street
185 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 20m drive, consider leaving early in the morning to avoid any potential midday traffic, especially as you approach Bentonville. With only one recommended stop and a high highway share, you have a lot of flexibility in how you pace yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a significant break is 141 miles on US 65. The $36 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's always wise to fill up before embarking on that longer section to be safe.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 124.4 miles from White Hall, AR, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 55 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.4 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bentonville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving White Hall, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from White Hall, AR
This is one driving day of about 248.7 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from White Hall, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 65 for about 141 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 38.6 and 247 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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38.6 mi into trip|~42m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65 toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Conway, Fort Smith
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143A
Toward I 40 West, US 65 North, AR 107 North: Co...
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38.9 mi into trip|~42m in|US 65
Keep slight left at fork onto US 65
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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226.3 mi into trip|~3h 52m in|I 49; US 62; US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto I 49; US 62; US 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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245.6 mi into trip|~4h 13m in|US 62; AR 12
Take the exit onto US 62; AR 12 toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Southeast 14th Street, Hudson Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 62 East, AR 12 East, AR 102 West: Sou...
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247 mi into trip|~4h 16m in|Southeast J Street
Turn right onto Southeast J Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.52 one way
$69.05 round trip
$3.53/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.95
$38.63
$77.25
premium
$4.29
$42.00
$83.99
diesel
$4.80
$46.96
$93.92
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.6
0
$26.11
$11.94
Efficient EV
62.2
0
$21.76
$9.95
EV Truck/SUV
99.5
1
$34.82
$15.92
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
White Hall, AR
Late night
in White Hall on Sunday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
WSW 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
Destination
Bentonville, AR
Late night
in Bentonville on Sunday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 to 10 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 4:25AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Memphis TN
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 1:07AM CDT until July 18 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Little Rock AR
73°F
Delaware, AR
124 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 98% highway, meaning you'll spend almost all of your time on interstates and major US highways. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 141 miles on US 65. You'll notice a lot of exits and merging traffic as you transition between US 65, I 530, and I 49. The transition from US 65 to the interstate system is seamless, keeping you at higher speeds for most of the drive.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141 mi on US 65.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 65 and I 49. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 38.6 miles in near US 65.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 248.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 38.6 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 226.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,435 ft242 ft
Total Climb
1,357 ft
Total Descent
342 ft
Highest Point
1,435 ft
~213.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,193 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from White Hall, AR to Bentonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Smith along the way.
Bentonville is a city of 51,000 people (2018) in the Northwest region of Arkansas. Widely known as the home to the corporate headquarters of retail giant Walmart, the city was noted by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of the "Hottest Travel Destinations of 2012".
Top landmarks
•Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — art museum in Bentonville, Arkansas
•Bentonville Confederate Monument — monument in Bentonville, United States of America
•Benton County Courthouse — courthouse in Bentonville, Benton County, Arkansas
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 248.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 141 miles on US 65. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bentonville, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 38.6 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.9 miles (US 65): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 226.3 miles (I 49; US 62; US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Bentonville, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
